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It’s not the first time bejewelled pieces have been a hit over the past few years. But in 2009 they return brighter, bolder, and more elegant. This time around pieces are not just embellished but often completely encrusted by jewels; the feeling is luxurious, exotic, and yet the glamour remains somewhat understated. As one of the hottest trends for the spring/summer 2009 season, you won't need to pile your statement jewellery on with. Each jewel-studded piece should be a statement of its own: make it stand out. Whether it is a dress, a shirt, skirt, or shoes, don’t mix and match.

It was Alexander McQueen that produced the most breathtaking variations on this trend, from his bejewelled shoes to a neck-to-toe jewel encrusted catsuit.

Alexander McQueen's striking use of jewel details for S/S 2009.

Mischia Barton is a fan of this new fad and wore it very neutrally but elegantly.

Elegant Mischia Barton in Studded Shoes

As with most runway trends, also be aware of translating it to a street version; quality is essential when it comes to jewel detailing.  A shoe that does exactly this is a shoe you may have all seen in the Sex and the City movie worn by Sarah Jessica Parker.
Must Have Burberry Prorsum Studded shoes worn by Sarah Jessica Parker

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